High School Students Aim for UN Success with Fundraisers and Hypnosis
Twenty-nine ambitious students from Jean-Racine High School in Montdidier, France are gearing up for an unforgettable journey to the United Nations in New York City. They’ll spend two weeks, from March 2 to March 18, 2025, participating in a simulated session of the UN, where they will embody diplomats representing various countries.
"It is mainly Australia and a delegation of two students will represent the USSR at the historic 1991 security council," explained the teachers guiding this project: Manon Aury, Virginie Loyez, Stéphanie Prévot and Amandine Caboche. This unique opportunity provides these young minds with a firsthand experience of international diplomacy and global problem-solving.
Their fundraising efforts also extend to local initiatives. Every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 5pm, the students sell socks at the entrance of the E. Leclerc store. They’ll also be present at the Montdidier Christmas market this weekend, November 30th and December 1st.
To add even more excitement, the students have organized a hypnosis show featuring Stephan Watbled at the Jean-Dupuy hall on Saturday, November 30th. Doors open at 7pm, and tickets are available for €10. "Places are still on sale for €10. People will also be able to come and take their place at the entrance, although we prefer reservations," said Virginie Loyez.
This event is part of the students’ Political Science workshops, held twice a week on Fridays, which are designed to help them prepare for applications to the prestigious Institute of Political Studies. With just over month and a half left to reach their fundraising goal, the students are pushing hard towards realizing their dream. "There is 1 month and a half left to get the required €4,000, (to finance the trip to New York)," emphasized Virginie Loyez.
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**To learn more about the Jean-Racine High School Model UN Association and their fundraising efforts, visit their online campaign: [https://www.lebonhommepicard.fr/somme-29-eleves-du-lycee-de-montdidier-senvoleront-pour-new-york-en-2025/_wp_link_placeholder](https://www.lebonhommepicard.fr/somme-29-eleves-du-lycee-de-montdidier-senvoleront-pour-new-york-en-2025/_wp_link_placeholder)
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## From Classroom to UN: Hypnosis and Hope Fuel Student Ambition
Twenty-nine of your students are gearing up for an unbelievable prospect – a simulated UN session in New York City! Can you tell us more about this project?
**Virginie Loyez:** Absolutely! Our students will spend two weeks in March 2025 diligently engaging in a simulated UN General Assembly. They’re essentially stepping into the shoes of diplomats, representing different countries and grappling with real-world issues. We’ll even have a delegation representing the USSR during the historic 1991 Security Council session. it’s a powerful learning experience that brings classroom concepts to life.
**World Today News:** This sounds like an extraordinary educational journey. But it must come with important costs. How are the students funding this aspiring trip?
**Virginie Loyez:** That’s right. To make this dream a reality, our students have launched a multifaceted fundraising campaign. They set up an online crowdfunding page with a target goal of €47,000. They’re also actively organizing local initiatives, like selling socks every Wednesday at the E. Leclerc store and showcasing their talents at the upcoming Montdidier Christmas market.
And you’ve added a unique twist with a hypnosis show – can you elaborate on that?
**Virginie Loyez:** We want to make this fundraising journey as engaging as possible.So, on November 30th, we’re hosting a hypnosis show featuring the talented Stephan Watbled at the Jean-Dupuy hall. Tickets are only €10, and it promises to be a fun evening for the whole community.
Through these efforts, your students aren’t just learning about international diplomacy, but they’re also gaining valuable life skills like leadership, fundraising, and community engagement.
**Virginie Loyez:** Absolutely! We believe this project empowers them in multiple ways.
What message would you have for potential donors or anyone interested in supporting this initiative?
**Virginie Loyez:**
We are incredibly grateful for any support we receive. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to providing these ambitious students with an unforgettable educational experience. This trip is not just about visiting the UN, it’s about empowering these young minds to become future global leaders.
Virginie, thank you for sharing this inspiring story. We wish the students of Jean-Racine High School the best of luck in their fundraising efforts and their upcoming journey to the UN!
